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BIZARRE: 18 - What They Never Told You

Labor gains in Newspoll 2PP despite primary slide; LNP wins Fadden byelection easily

A federal Newspoll, conducted July 12–15 from a sample of 1,570, gave Labor a 55–45 lead after preferences, a one-point gain for Labor since the previous Newspoll, three weeks ago. Newspoll figures are from The Poll Bludger.

The Conversation

No need to completely park light rail route land

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Newcastle Herald

'No doubt they are part of it': Noel Pearson on what The Voice means for Newcastle's youth

'It is about awareness and the respect they are learning through this.'

Newcastle Herald

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Advisory body makes it clear whose voice is speaking to power

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Newcastle Herald

No campaign runs opposite claims on Indigenous voice across different social media pages

Exclusive: Advance lobby group runs multiple Facebook pages that target different demographics, including one that purports to be a neutral news source

The Guardian - AU

What is 'reverse racism' – and what's wrong with the term?

“Reverse racism” is sometimes used to describe situations where white people believe they are negatively stereotyped or discriminated against because of their whiteness – or treated less favourably than people of colour.

The Conversation

Newy, Newie or Newcastle? City's nicknames are terms of endearment

We even have shortened suburbs for the same reason.

Newcastle Herald

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Voice support slumps in Essential poll; LNP leads in Queensland

An Essential poll, conducted July 5-9 from a sample of 1,125, had “yes” to the Indigenous Voice to parliament leading by 47-43, with 10% undecided. There has been a methods change from previous Essential polls that had no undecided option.

The Conversation

Newcastle Airport upgrade's great, but we need better links to Sydney

'This would complete the picture.'

Newcastle Herald

Why is it legal to tell lies during the Voice referendum campaign?

A referendum to recognise First Nations Australians in Australia’s Constitution by establishing a Voice to Parliament will be held later this year. The Voice would be an advisory body allowing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to make representations to parliament and government on matters that affect them.

The Conversation

Dubbo-born Canberran hopeful for 'yes' vote

The Voice supporter feels it is Canberra's duty to talk to the regions.

The Canberra Times

Voice confusion, even in the 'yes' fortress of Canberra

Surveyed residents say 'yes' to the voice. But doubts remain.

The Canberra Times

Baby, it comes at a cost: why our national fertility keeps on falling

'This will present a dilemma for policy-makers.'

Newcastle Herald

Grattan on Friday: Linda Burney fills the Voice's in-tray, as the government battles to stop slide in yes vote

In a change of government tactics, Linda Burney this week deployed a sheet anchor to tie the Voice to practical outcomes. At the same time, Opposition Leader Peter Dutton is weaponising the cost of living to flail it.

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Newcastle Herald

The world was stumped over England's call for 'the spirit of cricket'

'I can't wait for the third Test.'

The Canberra Times

Bluey, bookclubs and bad mothers on Canberra Writers Festival menu

New director Beejay Silcox has taken a broad brush to the political theme.

The Conversation

'Why didn't we know?' is no excuse. Non-Indigenous Australians must listen to the difficult historical truths told by First Nations people

Big things are being asked of history in 2023. Later this year, we will vote in the referendum to enshrine an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander representative body – the Voice to Parliament – in the Australian constitution.

Newcastle Herald

NSW needs common sense in overhauling the planning system

Clearly this has been one of the leading causes of the housing shortage.

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March organisers hit-out at council's Voice stance as NAIDOC celebrations begin

About 300 people gathered to celebrate NAIDOC week with a march from Maitland Court House.

The Conversation

How to have informed and respectful conversations about Indigenous issues like the Voice

As Australia prepares for the Voice referendum later this year, some commentators struggle to create a respectful space for all sides of politics. Especially to discuss the proposed constitutional change.

Manchester Evening News

The Voice Kids 2023 on ITV: time, judges and coaches and how the show works

The talent competition is back for a seventh season

Newcastle Herald

Greens councillor's air quality query fuels Supercars scepticism

'Residents are very familiar with this kind of thing'

Newcastle Herald

Five-year terms may give politicians the time to lead the way

'It makes lots of sense'

The Conversation

The Voice alone won't solve the issues facing Indigenous people. Everyone has to do that work

During this year’s Reconciliation Week I asked the group of non-Indigenous students I was teaching “who is responsible for doing Reconciliation work?”.

AAP

Williams advocates for Voice in Hall of Fame speech

Port Adelaide AFL premiership coach Mark Williams has delivered a stirring and passionate Hall of Fame induction speech to advocate for Indigenous footballers.

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